Soy-Free Kadi

Discover the comforting and hearty flavors of Soy-Free Kadi, a delightful twist on the classic North Indian dish! This gluten-free recipe combines gram flour (besan) and creamy yogurt to create a velvety, tangy curry that’s packed with warm spices like turmeric, red chili powder, and asafoetida. The tempering of mustard seeds, cumin, fenugreek, fresh curry leaves, and fragrant ginger infuses the dish with irresistible aromas, while the omit of soy makes it perfect for those seeking allergy-friendly options. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pot wonder pairs beautifully with steamed rice or soft roti, making it an ideal meal for cozy family dinners or casual weeknight cooking. Perfect your Kadi game with this wholesome and dairy-rich recipe that's sure to satisfy!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Gram flour (besan)
• 2 cups Plain yogurt (dahi)
• 4 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Red chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 sliced Green chili
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine gram flour, yogurt, water, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Whisk the mixture thoroughly until smooth and free of lumps.

Step 2

Place the mixture aside to let the flavors meld together.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 4

Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and fenugreek seeds to the hot oil. Allow them to crackle for about 30 seconds.

Step 5

Add curry leaves, sliced green chili, and ginger to the pan. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Sprinkle asafoetida into the pan and stir well.

Step 7

Slowly pour the gram flour mixture into the pan, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.

Step 8

Raise the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low.

Step 9

Simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kadi thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 10

Remove the kadi from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Step 11

Serve hot with steamed rice or warm roti.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1642.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1048.5

Total Fat 51.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 62.4mg	0%
Sodium 3837.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 29.2g
Protein 47.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 772.8mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2107.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.5%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 37.5%